Field Automation Technician — Oil & Gas Operations

Pneumatech Safety Systems, Inc.; Big Spring (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health/Dental/Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Sick time

Per Diem

Job summary

Pneumatech Safety Systems, Inc. in Texas is seeking an experienced technician to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair automation, instrumentation, controls, and electrical systems at oil and gas production facilities.

The role requires reading electrical schematics, working with PLCs, RTUs, HMIs, and SCADA equipment, and performing preventive maintenance and field service calls. Strong teamwork and adherence to safety policies are essential.

Qualifications

• Must speak, write and read English fluently.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening; subject to random drug testing.
• Capable of physical duties in outdoor environment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot PLCs, RTUs, HMIs, and SCADA equipment.
• Install, calibrate, and repair pressure, temperature, level, and flow instrumentation.
• Diagnose electrical and control-system failures involving relays, sensors, transmitters, and wiring.
• Install and maintain motors, VFDs, and electrical distribution equipment.
• Read electrical schematics, loop drawings, one-line diagrams, and P&IDs.
• Terminate, test, and label power, control, instrumentation wiring.
• Perform preventive maintenance and operational testing of automation gear.
• Configure and troubleshoot industrial networks and remote monitoring systems.
• Document work, equipment condition, results, and repairs needed.
• Follow electrical codes, safety policies, and lockout/tagout rules.
• Coordinate with operations to minimize downtime and restore safe operation.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Team communication

Strong work ethic

Microsoft Office

Overtime readiness

Travel/rotation willingness

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Pneumatech Safety Systems, Inc. in Texas is seeking an experienced technician to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair automation, instrumentation, controls, and electrical systems at oil and gas production facilities.

The role requires reading electrical schematics, working with PLCs, RTUs, HMIs, and SCADA equipment, and performing preventive maintenance and field service calls. Strong teamwork and adherence to safety policies are essential.